Dad's a Bowtie Guy Card

Why

Your dapper Dad is one of a kind! Show him you care—on his birthday, Father’s Day, or any day--with this nifty bowtie greeting!


Steps

1. Fold Crayola® Color Explosion™ paper in half. With the color-reveal marker, draw a bowtie with the top of the tie against the fold. (Your dad doesn’t like bowties? Cut another shape instead!) Cut out the bowtie with Crayola Scissors, leaving the tops attached at the fold.

2. Use the color-reveal markers and Crayola Glitter Glue to decorate the card. Is dad a sports fan? A mechanical whiz? A great gardener? Decorate the bowtie to show his style. Air-dry your designs.Write a message inside your card with Crayola Fine Line Markers. Place the card in an envelope. Surprise your dad with his personalized card!

3. Write a message inside your card with Crayola Fine Line Markers. Place the card in an envelope. Surprise your dad with his personalized card!

Safety Guidelines

Adult supervision is required for any arts & crafts project.

Glitter Glue— WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD—Small parts. Not for children under 3 years. Not for use on skin.

Color Explosion™ Black—Wash hands well with soap and water after use.

Scissors—ATTENTION: The cutting edges of scissors are sharp and care should be taken whenever cutting or handling. Blunt-tip scissors should be used only by children 4 years and older. Pointed-tip scissors should be used only by children 6 years and older.

Related Crafts

Crafts

 

Supplies

crayola supplies
  • Fine Line Markers
  • Color Explosion™ Neon
  • Color Explosion™ Rainbow
  • Glitter Glue
  • Blunt-Tip Scissors
household supplies
  • envelope

Where & When

"Our first camp craft is a card to send to moms and dads. The kids really get excited about Color Explosion™!"
Jackson R., summer camp counselor.

"Our neighborhood has a kids’ book club. We used the bowtie card as a link to the book on dads that we’re reading. "
Lisa N., homeschool parent of ages 8 and 10.


Interesting Info

Father’s Day officially became a holiday in the United States in 1972.